On the afternoon of January 29 (the first day of Tet), the Traffic Police Department of the Ministry of Public Security announced statistics on traffic accidents nationwide. According to the report, there were 56 traffic accidents on the first day of the new year, resulting in 17 fatalities and 45 injuries.
Compared to the same period last year (Tet in 2024), the number of accidents has significantly decreased. Specifically, the number of accidents dropped by 18 cases, fatalities reduced by 23, and injuries decreased by 28 cases. This is a positive sign indicating that traffic safety measures during Tet are effectively being implemented.
Traffic police checking for alcohol levels
Traffic police in Hanoi conducting alcohol checks on Tet’s first day (Photo: Provided by the Police).
Traffic Violation Enforcement Results
According to reports from the Traffic Police Department, authorities across the country have implemented various measures to prevent traffic law violations. On the first day of Tet, nearly 4,000 violations were handled. Authorities temporarily seized 34 cars, over 1,300 motorcycles, and 20 other vehicles. Additionally, 115 driving licenses were revoked, and nearly 500 drivers had points deducted from their licenses.
Notably, drunk driving violations continued to be a focus. Statistics show that more than 960 drivers were fined for alcohol violations. Furthermore, traffic police also dealt with over 960 speeding violations, 4 cases of overloaded cargo, 18 cases of exceeding passenger limits, and 10 cases related to drug use.
Enhanced Control on National Highway 1A
On National Highway 1A—one of the country’s major arteries—traffic police organized 144 shifts to monitor traffic. As a result, over 5,900 vehicles were inspected, and more than 560 violations were documented. Among these, 34 drivers had their licenses revoked, and 126 vehicles were impounded.
These figures reflect the strictness in patrol, control, and enforcement by authorities. This not only helps reduce accidents but also enhances public awareness of traffic laws.
Conclusion
The reduction in traffic accidents and increased enforcement on the first day of Tet clearly demonstrates the effectiveness of current traffic safety measures. However, to maintain this progress, each citizen must raise their awareness when participating in traffic, especially avoiding alcohol-related violations and other regulations. Let us work together to build a safe and civilized traffic environment during Tet and beyond.
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